Rangapur - Kalghatgi, Dharwad
Rangapur is a village situated in the Kalghatgi taluka of Dharwad district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalghatgi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Dharwad. Begur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangapur is 602467. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.49 hectares and falls under the 581204 pincode. Kalghatgi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Rangapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalghatgi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharwad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rangapur
As per Census 2011, Rangapur village has a total population of 862 people, consisting of 433 males and 429 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 604 literate and 258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 862 | 433 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 604 | 336 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 97 | 161 |
Nearby Villages of Rangapur
Rangapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rangapur
Rangapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kalghatgi to Rangapur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dharwad to Rangapur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rangapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rangapur
Where is Rangapur located?
Rangapur village is located in Kalghatgi Taluka, Dharwad district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangapur is Begur.
What is the pincode of Rangapur?
The pincode of Rangapur is 581204.
What is the population of Rangapur?
Rangapur has a total population of 862, including 433 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Rangapur?
There are 174 households in Rangapur.
What is the literacy rate in Rangapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangapur is 70.07%. Male literacy is 77.60% and female literacy is 62.47%.